#173 - Paint it Black (Andy Nelson)

When you sit back and think about some of the centerpieces of
hardcore punk in the early 2000's, Paint it Black will instantly
come to mind. Especially in the Philadelphia area. Philadelphia
has a long history of great bands that paved the way for what
music music is today. Paint it Black fits that category. One of
the most exciting news of this year is when Paint it Black
decided to release "Famine." It was the band's first full-length
record since 2008 and it did not miss. The biggest praise I can
say about this group is that they have not lost their sound. I
could have been told that this record was from 20+ years ago when
Paint it Black was first forming and I would have believed it.
They still have the same energy and are sticking to their roots.
The band's story is known by now - they came together when
another legendary Philadelphia based group, Kid Dynamite, decided
to hang up the band tees, and call it quits. Dan Yemin was still
had the same drive from the beginning of Kid Dynamite and wanted
to continue making music, so he decided to turn things up a notch
and form Paint it Black. Instead of sitting with a guitar on the
stage, he decided to switch over to vocals, because no matter
what, the band will continue as long as the singer is still
there. 


It was a huge honor to have an established musician like Andy
Nelson on. Punk music is engraved deep in his heart and it was a
true pleasure to hear some of his inspirations. This included a
fantastic conversation about Dillinger Four. "Famine" is a record
I can play from start to finish, so while we were on the
inspirations conversation, we discussed what he believes makes a
"perfect" record. Continously, we really explored this album and
heard about what it took to make this record. While the band
doesn't tour much anymore, everyone should make it a point to see
them if they are ever in your city. Spoiler alert- there might be
a conversation about Nelson's other band, Ceremony, making a
surprise appearance at Sound and Fury.


Intro by Rainville


Audio edits by Tate Daniels


Flyer by Rosemary Young


Host Steven Macri